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Ready to start planning and personalizing your wedding ceremony? Whether you’re having a religious, civil or symbolic ceremony, you’ll find everything you need to make it memorable in these articles.

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Jenna
Special mention to the non-attenders
Jenna, On September 27, 2018 at 09:57

In our ceremony we want a saying for non-attenders (unable to travel the distance or to busy to attend ) I already have one for people that have passed away, any ideas??

Vinod, saturday 20-Oct-18 5 368
Donna
Runner or not
Donna, On October 16, 2018 at 12:03

Should I have a runner going towards the Arch or just walk along the grass.

Leah, wednesday 17-Oct-18 4 84
Terri
Ceremony songs
Terri, On September 28, 2017 at 02:43

Hey guys so I have not been to many weddings to be able to distinguish what I want. I am looking for advice for what is normal or not for songs during the ceremony. How many should I typically arrange...

Emily, wednesday 17-Oct-18 23 1,482
Marc
Songs like Promise - Ben Howard
Marc, On February 22, 2018 at 04:26

Looking for music similar to/in the vein of the song Promise by Ben Howard. Emotional and with a good balance of Cello and guitar. Anyone have any artists or songs they could suggest? Preferably...

Emily, wednesday 17-Oct-18 3 998
Siobhan
Choosing a processional song
Siobhan, On September 27, 2018 at 09:11

My wedding is a rustic theme at a friends barn His younger brother plays guitar and is going to sing as the bridal party walk down the aisle What are some good country songs as processional songs ?!?!...

Donna, tuesday 16-Oct-18 8 189
Donna
Where are you having your Wedding!!!!
Donna, On October 15, 2018 at 17:10

Where is everyone getting Married, is it unusal as mine!!! Getting Married at SweetPeas Pumpkin Fest in Amaranth. Yes that's the home of Mud bogging!!!! SweetPeas

Julia, tuesday 16-Oct-18 8 86
Sarah
Regina Court House or City Hall Wedding
Sarah, On October 7, 2018 at 20:24

Did anyone do a city hall/ court house wedding before leaving for their destination wedding? We want to do all the legal stuff before we leave, but celebrate our destination wedding date as our actual...

Leah, tuesday 9-Oct-18 3 2,197
Marleau
The struggle is real!
Marleau, On September 23, 2018 at 16:31

Help! We are 28 days away from our big day and can not for the life of us come up with a good upbeat fun song to walk down the aisle as Mr & Mrs too. I'm hoping for something Country but we're...

Marleau, thursday 4-Oct-18 11 295
Elizabeth
Church Wedding - Do we invite the congregation?
Elizabeth, On September 27, 2018 at 13:48

Hello! My fiancé and I are getting married 2 years from now, October 24, 2020. We have picked out our reception space at a golf course and have our estimated guest list of friends and family at around...

Vinod, tuesday 2-Oct-18 7 157
Andrea
Outdoor Wedding- October 2019, too cold?
Andrea, On September 8, 2018 at 23:53

Hey everyone I am going to be having my wedding October 5, 2019. I have the reception venue booked, but have yet to decide on the ceremony venue. Initially I was thinking about having it in a church,...

Amanda, monday 1-Oct-18 22 3,284
Stephanie
Wedding ceremony at public - Help?!?!
Stephanie, On September 28, 2018 at 17:56

Hello everyone, I found a beautiful restaurant for my reception and just 15min walk from the place where my fiance proposed, a small park next to the lake (no jungle gyms, just paths, green and...

Stephanie, monday 1-Oct-18 4 135
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Music as guests arrive
Emma, On September 30, 2018 at 10:04

I’m having a hard time deciding on what type of music to play as guests arrive at the ceremony. We are having a DJ and getting married at a hotel not a church. Right now all of our ceremony music has...

Stephanie, monday 1-Oct-18 7 156
Rekramer
Handfasting Ceremony
Rekramer, On August 22, 2018 at 17:33

Hello all, My fiancé and I have decided to incorporate a handfasting ceremony in our vows. Has anyone done a handfasting ceremony and would they mind sharing what they used for their rope?

Joey, monday 1-Oct-18 4 171
Bell
Outdoor ceremony forecast is cold
Bell, On September 22, 2018 at 21:29

I am so deflated. Our wedding is in 7 days and the forecast says a high of 6 and cloudy 😕 The whole reason we picked the venue (a golf course) was because of the outdoor ceremony space (in a...

Carmela, saturday 29-Sep-18 12 339
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Commissioner/ Officiant Search! Please Help!
Lisa, On August 23, 2018 at 13:48

Where can I find a Commissioner or officiant in Invermere BC! No one is willing to travel that far! please help!

Lisa, thursday 27-Sep-18 4 91
Ilish
Unplugged Ceremonies
Ilish, On July 16, 2018 at 21:38

We are having a really small and intimate wedding with a few friends and family. I have mentioned to everyone that we are having an unplugged ceremony and are including it on the invitations, wedding...

Kait, wednesday 26-Sep-18 17 341 1
Geneviève
Sunset Timing
Geneviève, On September 25, 2018 at 13:21

Our wedding is almost 2 years away. The 27th is the exact date and now that we're close, we've been looking at the time the sun sets. Our outdoor ceremony is slated for 7PM with a photo period around...

Allison, tuesday 25-Sep-18 5 101
C
Walking down the aisle
Courtney, On September 18, 2018 at 14:50

I'm walking down the aisle to This Secret Wedding from Braveheart (the David Arkenstone version) and I just don't know how long to wait before actually walking down the aisle once the song has...

Geneviève, wednesday 19-Sep-18 2 97
Cassandra
In-between time.
Cassandra, On September 11, 2018 at 13:27

Hey ladies, So I have a question for all of you brides and soon to be brides. My fiance and I have booked our venue at a hotel and were wanting to do the ceremony and reception at the same place. To...

Stephanie, sunday 16-Sep-18 20 360
Emilie
Walking down the aisle... Shy, nervous, or scared?
Emilie, On March 16, 2017 at 15:05

Hey brides-to-be! Being the center of attention is not for everyone... How do you feel about walking down the aisle? Do you think you'll feel shy, nervous, or scared? Image: Giphy.com

Janaya, saturday 15-Sep-18 24 996
Jenna
Asking a family member to sing at the wedding
Jenna, On August 20, 2018 at 00:14

Hello! I want to ask my cousin to sing at the wedding. He's a professional and does musical theater and is incredibly talented. But do you think that it is tacky to ask? Or would put him on the spot?...

Kelly, wednesday 12-Sep-18 11 1,429
Natasha
First look blues
Natasha, On July 24, 2018 at 19:11

My fiancé and I are set on not having a first look as we both want that special moment the first time coming down the aisle. However our photographer has strongly recommended we do a first look. Is...

Krista, saturday 8-Sep-18 29 427
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Maid of honour - is it necessary?
Emily, On September 6, 2018 at 10:09

Hi all! So I was wondering what people’s thoughts are on not designating a maid of honour. I am planning on having 3 bridesmaids and one junior bridesmaid and I’m not really sure that I want to...

Vinod, saturday 8-Sep-18 12 574
Lisa
Fun, Upbeat Recessional song?
Lisa, On September 6, 2018 at 10:28

We've been going through so many fun songs to try to pick one that suits us and sets the tone for the evening - just checking to see what you have picked or considered for what you walk back up to...

Maegan, friday 7-Sep-18 18 1,357
Rhiannon
Help! Anyone able to be a witness in Lake of Bays - 27th September?!
Rhiannon, On September 6, 2018 at 08:23

Hi All, My partner and I are eloping from the UK and we are hoping to have a photographer as a witness but we also need someone else... Does anyone live in the Lake of Bays / Huntsville area who could...

Casey, thursday 6-Sep-18 3 101
Gabrielle
What to throw?
Gabrielle, On August 16, 2018 at 21:37

We will be having our wedding ceremony outside at a family's friend house. Any ideas on what we could use that's good for the environment?

Leanne, thursday 6-Sep-18 16 201
Lynnie
Test Time! Which part of the wedding ceremony is the "I dos"?
Lynnie, On December 18, 2017 at 04:05

Time to test your wedding knowledge ! Which part of the wedding ceremony is the "I dos"? A) The Declaration of Intent B) The Vows C) The Benediction D) The Pronouncement of Marriage Photo by Fabio...

Emily, wednesday 5-Sep-18 16 123
Lynnie
Test Time! What is the actual title of the song "here comes the bride"?
Lynnie, On December 18, 2017 at 04:05

Time to test your wedding knowledge ! What is the actual title of song commonly known as "here comes the bride"? A) "Trumpet Tune" by Purcell B) "The Marriage of Figaro" by Mozart C) "Canon in D" by...

Emily, wednesday 5-Sep-18 14 347
Lacey
Down the aisle...
Lacey, On September 4, 2018 at 04:06

I am having a hard time deciding on who I want to walk me down the aisle. Essentially my dilemma is weather or not I want it to be only my dad or both my mom and dad. I have no concerns when it comes...

Maya, wednesday 5-Sep-18 4 84
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Last name question - what should i go by during ceremony
Emily, On August 31, 2018 at 20:17

Hi everyone. I already have my fh last name, I legally changed my last name to his about a year ago. So my question is during the ceremony should I just get the officiant to use my maiden name when...

Emily, sunday 2-Sep-18 7 143
Lynnie
Bouquet: Tropical or Nautical?
Lynnie, On July 16, 2018 at 11:26

What about the bouquet? Do you prefer the tropical or nautical touches? Tropical? Photo from Gladis Fêtes in Toronto Or Nautical? Photo by Jenn Bartell Photography Next Question 👉 Shoes: Tropical or...

Arielle, friday 31-Aug-18 21 112
Lynnie
Aisle Decor: Tropical or Nautical?
Lynnie, On July 16, 2018 at 11:25

Don't forget about the aisle decor! Which decor style is your favorite? Tropical or nautical? Tropical? Photo by Allison Kuhn Photography Or Nautical? Photo by Alexis June Weddings Next Question 👉...

Arielle, friday 31-Aug-18 21 211

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